Instant Volume Powder

Schwarzkopf Extra Care Instant Volume Powder lifts hair to give it instant volume that will last for up to 24 hours. Once applied to the roots of the hair, the powder works to boost hair height for added volume.

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Member since 19/03/2011

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Tinaaa

28 Feb 2012 1:05 PM

Star Rating:

5

Glosscars 2012

Not many products live up to what they say they do, but this is an exception!

The powder comes packaged in a small plastic green and silver container. When the lid is taken off, there is a cross of holes where the product comes out.

It is very easy to use! After styling hair (i find it works excellent on natural hair too), shake the bottle onto the palm of your hand to get about a 50c amount of product out.. Just rub the palms together and apply it first to the roots and then throughout the hair. Afterwards i apply a tiny bit of hairspray for extra hold!

I love this product because it doesn't weigh the hair down at all, the powder isn't visible and the hair generally doesnt look or feel greasy. It gives hair a real boost of volume and texture, it makes my flat, thin hair 'big'! It is a must have!

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Member since 27/06/2011

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Beebeautiful333

21 Nov 2014 10:26 AM

Star Rating:

4

Good but use with caution

I would say this adds more texture rather than volume. But a little goes a very very long way! Definitely don't apply this straight to your head, I did the first time and used way too much!

I dab a little bit of this on my roots with my finger and it gives me a really nice volume/texture in my hair. It does make your hair feel a little dirty and gritty so I would recommend washing you hair after you use this (rather than leave it a day or so).

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Member since 17/04/2012

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Anita1502

24 Oct 2014 10:42 PM

Star Rating:

4

Not a bad thing

I have always had fine hair that needed some added volume to look good. I never devoted too much time to my hair styling. I just needed to go out out the house quickly and not worry about the hair too much. One day browsing ( I know you will kill me ) in a polish equivalent of Priceline I noticed this powder. Seemed pretty easy to use and promised volume.
I bough it of course and tried it out at home. The packaging is simple, we get a tube of product with a lid on and a sieve as a dispenser. We shake out a desirable amount of product onto our hands ( or straight onto the roots of hair) and we rub it in into the roots. It lifts the hair immediately creating volume. It does what it says, there is volume. It gives the hair some texture too.
It might feels sticky a little bit but I think it is just the impression. It doesn't seem to make my hair more greasy. Actually, I like to use it when my hair is not so fresh anymore as it can work like dry shampoo too. It is a lovely product but in my opinion makes my hair a bit too matte. And I don't think the volume lasts up to 24 hours. However, when we see the hair seems a bit "meh" often it is enough to give the roots a bit of a rub and the volume is back.

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Member since 12/10/2012

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Amber382

12 Oct 2014 10:27 AM

Star Rating:

5

Love!

This product is great for giving hair an amazing boost of volume and oompf at the roots :) works like dry shampoo to absorb oil, but with a much better volume result!
So Simple to use, just shake a bit into your roots, massage it in and your good to go! Great price too :)

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Member since 19/10/2013

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Neel8888

13 Sep 2014 2:28 AM

Star Rating:

4

works well but not perfectly

I recently bought this product because my hair is straight and very thick and weighs itself down so that it looks flat. I tried almost everything to give it a bit of volume and this is the closest I have come to getting that.

It works instantly to give me that volume but it does feel sticky and doesn't hold the volume for more than an hour so I have to keep fluffing my hair up throughout the day and it ends up looking dirty. But that might just be because my hair is so heavy. Might work better on ladies with thinner hair.

Overall I like this product despite the stickiness and might repurchase if I don't find anything better.

Any Tips?:

Works better when sprinkled directly onto roots rather than on fingertips first

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Member since 07/09/2012

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lasso

6 Aug 2014 7:27 AM

Star Rating:

5

Brilliant!

I don't have a lot of experience with hair products, but the Schwarzkopf team at the BH Degustation Event showed me how to use this, and I'm so grateful they did! Having a professional show me how to get the most out of this product has really helped me appreciate it more, and I've been very impressed with the results! I love using this on my fringe in particular to add volume, and it does a fantastic job, without leaving behind any powder residue.

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Member since 25/03/2010

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Sahtorial

14 Jul 2014 2:18 AM

Star Rating:

5

Instant Long-Lasting Volume

I've tried similar volume powders from other brands, but it wasn't until Beauty Heaven's Beauty Degustation Event that I learned how to use this innovative gem. Some people sing high praises about this volume in a bottle whilst others just seem to despise the product. I believe that is due to how susceptible Schwarzkopf's Instant Volume Powder is to user error. The volume-boosting product is a slightly gummy translucent powder that gives the hair texture whilst being completely matte and undetectable to the eye. It allows my smooth straight hair to have the grit of second day hair minus the oil build-up at the roots. I prefer to flip my hair in sections to the other side of my head and tip a small amount of powder about an inch away from the root. Gently ruffle the hair to disperse the powder evenly. Instantly the product provides grit to the hair that ensures long lasting volume. However the packaging is my main gripe. The sifter isn't fine enough to gently distribute the powder, and because the powder is so lightweight I find it difficult to gauge whether I'm tipping out too much or too little. Cons aside, I really enjoy the volume and bounce my hair has after I've used this styling powder. What is even better is that the product takes about three washes to completely get out of your hair, meaning for someone who washes their hair everyday I can get still get a generous amount of volume for the next two days. Schwarzkopf have really changed my hair styling game with this product and I would definitely consider repurchasing this in the future.

Any Tips?:

Apply small amounts gradually, an inch or two away from the roots.

Ideal For...:

Ideal for those with flat lifeless hair that gets easily weighed down by hair product build-up.

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Member since 10/08/2013

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Pink Hornet

12 Jul 2014 6:25 AM

Star Rating:

5

Bad Hair Day Saviour

I had this product suggested to me by the wonderful Schwarzkopf Team at the recent Beauty Heaven Degustation event.
It is my favourite product of the generous goody bag we received but I was pleased to discover it was very reasonably priced.
The package is fairly standard for both Scwarzkopf and this style of product. A grey and green tube containing talcum powder type substance.
It was love at first use for me with this product. It is like dry shampoo but better. I find it more concentrated and easier to apply and direct.
I use it most days to create more 'oomph' at the roots of my long fine hair. I just put a 20 sent piece in my hand, rub it through my fingertips and then run them through my hair at the roots on the crown of my head.
If my hair is having a total 'sad' I tap a liitle into the roots at the crown and brush through. This might be enough or if I still put it up into a pony tail or braid, it seems to add 'guts' to my updo and I get a better result.
I will not be without this again. Thankyou Schwarzkopf and Beauty Heaven.

Any Tips?:

Play with the product and try different ways of using it. I am still discovering interesting results such as brushing through clean hair to give it the pliabillity needed for hot rollers or updos.

Ideal For...:

Take it in your carry on luggage when travelling as an ideal alternative to dry shampoo.
I recommend it for any bad hair day.

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Member since 01/10/2007

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Beauty_genius

4 Jul 2014 3:40 AM

Star Rating:

2

Sitting on the fence with this one

Instant volume powder does work but I do not like how my hair feels afterwards.

When I apply in my hands to rub together, the instant sensation is cold and sticky feeling I then work it through my roots. I found at first my hair looked great but throughout the day it looked dirty and it felt sticky.

I think I would prefer to stick to sprays or mousses for hair volume.

This product is not for me

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Member since 18/10/2007

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softness

2 Jul 2014 11:00 AM

Star Rating:

5

Great For Oomph At The Roots

I love this for the oomph it gives my flat hair at the roots - I like the way it holds and stiffens it into place and gives me volume where my hair is so flatly stubborn.

I have also used the Schwarzkopf men's version of this product and I love it as well - I find them much the same really. It's a white fine powder that comes out of a lid with lots of little holes - so it's easy to sprinkle it out like you would with the old fashioned talcum powder products - but the container of this is a lot smaller. Only a tiny bit is needed at the roots to give me the style I want. More can be added to give hair an even stronger fixed hold. I like it because it's not a spray and doesn't go everywhere, it just sprinkles right on the spot required.

It is just as it says on the container - "light and lasting" - it lasts right through until I shampoo it out. I will always keep this stuff at hand because I don't know what I did without it!

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Member since 10/07/2008

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Mum2james

11 Apr 2014 8:52 AM

Star Rating:

1

Not worth the $$$

I was not a fan of this product. After straightening my hair I decided to give it a try and was surprised at how stiff and sticky it made my hair. I usually have soft hair and with this product I couldn't even run my hands through it without it getting tangled. On top of that it created fly-aways!

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Member since 01/12/2012

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JadeMarie

28 Mar 2014 1:17 AM

Star Rating:

4

Gives Volume

This actually does work and gives hair HEAPS of volume! Only down side is I found it made my hair get knotted easily and felt sticky and weird...but other than that it's great.

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Member since 26/06/2013

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Temporary Princess

3 Jan 2014 12:26 PM

Star Rating:

4

Works a treat!

For those looking for a little boost, I highly recommend this! I'll be honest and admit that I didn't know how to use this until I had my hair done by someone else, and she did some amazing curls with a GHD. She then added to this by lifting up sections of my hair, then dusting some powder onto the roots.

The powder did not stay white, and there was a definite bounce to my hair. By adding the powder to little sections, this gave it a bit of an oomph!

Flat hair? Forget about it! The only down side is that your hair can become a bit of a clumpy mess with this in it, so make sure you wash it the day after using it!

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Member since 26/06/2009

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Ssajwani

1 Oct 2013 5:52 PM

Star Rating:

5

Best in Beauty 2013

This product has done wonders for my hair. Its easy to apply and is totally non greasy. It gives amazing volume and texture to my hair without making it frizzy or leaving any residue.

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Member since 19/11/2007

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jazlovestoskate

29 Jul 2013 11:58 AM

Star Rating:

3

Good but not great

I love this product as it does what it says it does, it's a powder that adds volume to hair, lasts most of the day and leaves hair feeling softer too. however the reason i gave it 3 stars is because i have purple and blue coloured hair and this product sort of changes the colour of my hair when it goes on and makes it look duller. So i would only recommend this product to people who have natural coloured hair!

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Member since 11/03/2013

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Ashleigh91

16 Jul 2013 8:31 AM

Star Rating:

4

Great for adding volume to flat hair

I love using this after I've straightened my hair as it can get a little flat. I just sprinkle it through my roots and fluff it up with my fingers. It does go down after a few hours because I have very heavy hair and I don't tease or use any spray to hold it I guess, but I just fluff it up every now and again and it works great for me. I also find that I can still see its effects for a few days after initial use, depending on how much I use.

Great for up dos or for wearing your hair loose and really easy to use. I prefer to sprinkle directly into my hair as it feels a bit sticky at first and I feel like I'm wasting it by putting it on my hands. It doesn't really have a smell which it great and the colour fades almost intstantly. Really handy product!

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Member since 27/06/2010

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Livelovelaugh

30 Jun 2013 2:06 AM

Star Rating:

4

Great for limp 2nd day hair!

This product is great for giving a little bit of extra volume for slightly oily and limp 2nd day hair. It's also great if your hair tends to be on the flat side. I wouldn't say it gives you va-va-voom big dramatic hair, but it's enough to make your hair a little more lively and fresh rather than it being flat against your skull. It gives a very natural effect, not crunchy at all, so its perfect for everyday use!

However, the product does feel a little sticky where it's been applied (I'm guessing that the stickiness is how it works), so make sure to only apply it to your roots. Also, because of this, you probably wouldn't want to use it many days in a row without washing your hair.

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Member since 12/01/2009

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Candyfairy

30 Jun 2013 1:53 AM

Star Rating:

5

Instant Results!

I was lucky enough to win this recently and although my hair doesn't really lack a lot of volume, I have been using it anyway on days when I just want an extra lift or when I'm creating a particular hair style that requires some extra help.

I found it really easy to use and has so far lasted me ages!
For only 10g giving you up to 50 applications, that is pretty amazing!

Even though my hair is dark brown the formula blends in well with my hair and doesn't show. It doesn't leave my hair feeling weighed down or dry & starchy either.

Would purchase in the future, great little product! :)

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Member since 05/02/2013

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Sharky5

5 Mar 2013 2:47 PM

Star Rating:

5

Adds volume to fine lifeless hair

I have lots of fine hair but no volume. I used this and teased my hair slightly with dramatic results. I was truly amazed that what looks like tack powder has such a huge effect. It also washed out easily which I really liked

Any Tips?:

Apply at the root only, then tease slightly so it holds nicely

Ideal For...:

Fine hair or hair that needs more volume

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Member since 27/12/2012

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s.mem3

26 Feb 2013 5:20 AM

Star Rating:

4

Great to provide quick volume

I recently purchased this. I found that it did work for me. I like the way this product feels as it doesnt make my hair feel greasy or sticky. But don't think that it lasted 24 hours! Overall though, it is a great product